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From the bestselling author of Isaac and the Egg...''I devoured this... my very favourite reading topic: dysfunctional families and the many ways in which they can both fracture and heal'' Jennie Godfrey''One to turn to if you want to laugh and cry on alternating pages'' Lottie Hazell---There is a fox, roaming in the early hours, watching, waiting on the edge of things.He sees a family thrown together for the first time in years. A man with wild hair, growing older and confused; his son, lost and unconnected; a daughter denied her dreams; and a wife and mother about to leave them all.He sees the moments - big and small - that have divided them. The nighttime disappearances, the angry footsteps on the stairs, the silence at the dinner table.But why has the fox followed them here? And can they find their way back to each other, before it''s too late?***READER REVIEWS*** ''Such a beautiful, emotional read''''I was swept away in the story and yes I may have shed a tear or two''''Bobby Palmer takes every raw human emotion that we aren''t always good at voicing, and manages to describe them 100% correctly... he voices the words in your heart'' ''Like nothing I''ve experienced before and I can''t get enough'' ''I promise you, this is novel that will stay with you a long time''PRAISE FOR ISAAC AND THE EGG ''A tender story of love, grief and the transformative power of friendship'' Guardian ''Truly one of the most beautiful stories you will ever read'' Joanna Cannon''Will linger longer after the final page''Independent ''Unique, tender and funny'' Pandora Sykes ''A future classic'' Clare Mackintosh ''Like nothing I''ve ever read before'' Stylist ''An arresting debut novel about grief in the most wonderfully oblique way'' Reverend Richard Coles ''Just magic'' Kate Sawyer

''Fun, sexy hijinks in a sparkling debut'' LEX CROUCHER''Bursts and blooms with wit and humanity'' BETTY CORRELLO''I loved this warm, charming romcom'' LILY LINDONTHE FIRST RULE OF THE HEIST . . . DON''T FALL IN LOVEPhil, never Philippa, is getting to breaking point with her dad and their mounting debts from his gambling problem. But when best friend and bad-influence Chaz offers a brazen solution - a heist of a rare orchid due to bloom for the first time in captivity - she obviously thinks he''s joking.Phil''s mission is clear: infiltrate the renowned Felborough Botanic Gardens as a volunteer, befriend the employees for intel, and on the big day make it out with the orchid.But falling head over heels for Lily, the grumpy head gardener''s assistant, was not part of the plan, and as the heist approaches, Phil is faced with a dilemma: steal the orchid and break Lily''s heart or risk losing everything . . .LOVE CAN BE A STEAL . . . ****''A tender and swelteringly sexy romance'' ANNA ZOE QUIRKE''Wonderfully funny'' BETH REEKLES''A total joy from start to finish'' LAURA KAY''An immersive and fun romcom heist with a great dilemma at its heart'' C. L. MILLER''So much fun. A unique spin on the ever-entertaining heist novel'' TESS AMY''A smart, sexy botanical romp'' SOPHIE LOXTON''An exceptionally warm and tender love story'' TALIA SAMUELSReaders are LOVING The Great Orchid Heist:''Five HUGE golden stars!''''Exactly what I needed for a cosy and captivating read!''''Phil and Lily have my heart''''Turns out gardens are kind of cool''''If you read one book in 2025, make it this one!''

???A young woman learns to embrace all the messy imperfections of life and love with some help from her magical family ???''[A] cozy magical romance . . . a well-balanced tale of magic, perseverance, and rekindled love. Cervantes is sure to win fans with this one'' Publisher''s Weekly_______________________Can an old flame spark a new romance?Lilian Estrada seemingly has it all. She''s an ob-gyn star on the rise, a master at balancing work with whirlwind romances, and part of a family of fiercely loyal and exceptional women, all bound together by an extraordinary secret. The Estrada women each possess a unique power, and Lily shines with the rare gift to manipulate memories. But her mystical abilities can''t shield her from a harrowing event at the hospital, one that sends her powers - and her confidence - spiralling out of control. Seeking solace, Lily retreats to her family''s ancestral home in Mexico, only to find herself face-to-face with a ghost from her past - Sam, the first love she never forgot. Nearly a decade since she last saw him, Sam is hardly the boy she once knew, and as old flames spark to life, Lily must navigate the mysteries of their shared history and the depths of her own heart if she hopes to control her unpredictable magic._______________________''A delightful, funny, and uplifting novel with the perfect amount of heat'' KATY HAYS''The Estrada women will bewitch your heart and make you believe in magic again'' CAROLYN HUYNH''This story had me rooting for love in all its forms ... a wondrous backdrop for blooming romance'' DIANE MARIE BROWN''An enchantingly comfortable romantic dramedy'' KIRKUS''Cervantes'' adult debut is a sensual tale ... and the sweeping love story draws readers in'' BOOKLISTReaders gave The Enchanted Hacienda 5 stars!!''The most beautiful story. The romance that blossomed, like the flowers from the Estrada farm, was a magical treat . . . A book filled with romance, familia, and magic''''A truly beautiful and enchanting story that shows the power of love, family and find your place in the world. Magic, family and a beautifully told story make this one that you don''t want to miss out on''''J.C. Cervantes is a genius. I am absolutely in love with this writing style and I love the characters and I love the subtle magic . . . the story is honestly beautiful and heartbreaking and enchanting''''A delightful, emotionally charged tale of a young woman realizing that maybe her lack of magic isn''t the end of the world, that she does have something to offer, that family is everything, and love can come out of nowhere, magic or not. Readers will be enchanted with the magic, and will want to live in The Enchanted Hacienda''

Born in Italy, Mario Prada had a vision of luxury that was ahead of his time. With a keen eye for detail and a relentless pursuit of quality, he began crafting exquisite leather goods that quickly gained the attention of Europe''s elite. His designs were celebrated for their elegance and durability, and the Prada brand soon became synonymous with sophistication and style.The Little Guide to Prada explores the brand''s fascinating journey from its humble beginnings as a leather goods shop in Milan, founded by Mario Prada in 1913, to its rise as a global fashion empire. This tiny tome delves into the visionary leadership of Mario Prada, a pioneer whose meticulous craftsmanship and innovative spirit set the foundation for an enduring legacy.Perfect for fashion aficionados, design enthusiasts and anyone captivated by the allure of luxury, this little guide is an essential addition to your collection. Discover the essence of Prada''s enduring appeal and the legacy of innovation that keeps the brand at the forefront of style.

Nearly fourteen billion years after the universe began, The Big Bang Theory became a pop culture explosion. Created by Chuck Lorre and Bill Prady, this endlessly quotable and brilliantly funny show turned nerd culture into prime-time gold, and even after its 2019 finale, it remains a streaming favourite.From the hapless Howard and romantically terrified Raj to lovesick Leonard and the supremely intellectual (but socially awkward) Sheldon, these lovable characters kept audiences laughing for 12 seasons, proving that science and social awkwardness can be hilariously relatable. With star cameos and pop culture references galore, The Big Bang Theory became one of the biggest shows in the world, spawning spin-offs and cementing itself in TV history as one of the most bingeable comedies ever made.This Little Guide to The Big Bang Theory is packed with iconic quotes, trivia, and behind-the-scenes facts, celebrating everything that made the show brilliant. Whether rewatching or discovering it anew, this tiny tome is your ultimate companion for all things Big Bang. Bazinga!

From the streets of Reggio Calabria to the runways of Milan, discover the extraordinary story of Gianni Versace, the visionary designer who revolutionized the fashion industry with his bold designs and unapologetic glamour. Founded in 1978, Versace quickly became a symbol of luxury, sophistication, and daring innovation.The Little Guide to Versace explores Gianni Versace''s early life and inspirations, his signature revolutionary designs and the impact of iconic fashion moments such as Elizabeth Hurley''s infamous black dress and Jennifer Lopez''s jaw-dropping green dress at the Grammys, as well as following his sister, Donatella Versace, who continued his legacy while infusing her unique vision into the brand after his tragic passing.Perfect for fashion enthusiasts and anyone captivated by the allure of luxury, The Little Guide to Versace is a must-have addition to your collection. Step into the glamorous universe of Versace and experience the magic of a brand that continues to captivate and inspire.

*The brand new novel in The San Diego Case Files series from Sunday Times bestseller Karen Rose*''High wire suspense that keeps you riveted'' Lisa Gardner*When homicide Detective Kit McKittrick and psychologist Sam Reeves discover a mutilated body in the desert outside San Diego, any number of people could be on their suspect list. The murder victim, local Councillor Brooks Munro, was a hated figure.Following the killer''s trail, it becomes clear that those who abducted Brooks - and his prized Ferrari - went to extreme lengths to cover their tracks and wipe out any witnesses.As Kit and her team delve deeper, they uncover a twisted blackmail scheme worth millions of dollars. Brooks hadn''t only been forcing money from his wealthy acquaintances, he''d also kept a secret list of their wrongdoings as protection - to be revealed on his death.But now he is dead, where''s the list? Who was helping with the extortion scheme? And who would kill to stop the blackmail and prevent the list becoming public?''A riveting story'' Daily Mail''Intense, complex and unforgettable'' James PattersonREADERS LOVE KAREN ROSE: ''Karen Rose never disappoints!''''The characters are so well described you feel as if they are real people''''I love this author''s writing. Each book is like meeting up with old friends''''I just couldn''t put it down, I''d definitely recommend this author''''It is just painstaking waiting for her next novel''

''A powerful reframing of anxiety'' Anna Mathur, author of The Uncomfortable Truth''Compassionate, thoughtful and nuanced . . . I loved this beautiful, brilliant book'' Lucy Jones, author of Matrescence ''A transformative and compassionate exploration of anxiety'' Galit Atlas, Ph.D., author of Emotional InheritanceMost of us are intimately familiar with anxiety, and with its increasing hold on our minds, our hopes and plans, and our bodies. But how well do we really understand it, and what can we do to transform it into something new - into resilience, or courage, or creativity?In this extraordinary book, Dr. Alexandra Shaker, a clinical psychologist, takes us on a journey through the body - from brain to blood to heart to guts - to examine the connections between our emotional, psychological, and physical lives. She unravels what the body can teach us about anxiety, and what we can learn from our long cultural history of the anxious impulse.Melding psychology, neuroscience, history, and literature, she considers why-despite all the checklists and scientific advancements-we are still struggling to outrun our oldest terrors, and how a new approach focused on accepting anxiety as part of the human condition can help revolutionise our relationship with it.

***THRILLER OF THE MONTH - THE TIMES***''It is at its best in its understanding of how complex even seemingly ordinary people are'' THE TIMES - BOOK OF THE MONTH''Brilliant, compelling, heart-wrenching writing'' PETER JAMES''The fast-paced plot is heart-wrenching at times and completely gripping, with a few twists you may not seecoming'' THE SUNYour son has gone missing.And then the police arrest the prime suspect.You.You know you''re innocent.That someone else took your son.But the truth is never simple.Especially if you''re forced to say nothing...Praise for Erin Kinsley:''The unravelling of a family are brilliantly portrayed in this painfully realistic novel'' SUNDAY TIMES''Brilliant, compelling, heart-wrenching writing.'' PETER JAMES''A tense and intriguing thriller you''ll find difficult to put down'' WOMAN''S WEEKLY''This razor-sharp thriller keeps you guessing until the last page'' WOMAN''S OWN''An unputdownable thriller.'' ELLY GRIFFITHS''Sensitive and moving...but with a core of pure tension'' SUNDAY TIMES''Full of twists and turns to keep you guessing, this is a gripping and compelling read you won''t want to put down'' HEAT

''Now this is my kind of thriller! The twists were jaw dropping . . . had me flying through the pages . . . A must read'' ? ? ? ? ? reader reviewNine skaters. One ice-cold killer. When Libby receives an invitation to train with an elite group of figure skaters, deep in the Bavarian Forest, it seems almost too good to be true.Masterminded by the reclusive Lukas Wolff, a man notorious for his controversial methods, the skaters will be competing to learn the most dangerous move in history. The last one standing is promised fame and fortune, but at what cost?When one of the skaters dies in mysterious circumstances, the trainees start to question Lukas''s motives. And with a blizzard raging and communications down, they are completely cut off from the outside world.As the body count keeps climbing, the group find themselves ensnared in a murderous game of survival of the fittest - and the only way to win is to unmask the killer in their midst._______Why readers love C. L. Pattison:''Such an addictive read . . . with a great unexpected twist! ... I really sped through this book, finding myself NEEDING to finish it'' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ reader review''I''ve just finished this book, I raced through it in a day it was that unputdownable! . . . highly recommend'' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ reader review''A mind-blowing, hang on to your seat kind of thriller. Was absolutely extraordinary . . . there was absolutely nothing predictable about this book!'' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ reader review''I could not put this down . . . The twists and turns kept on coming especially towards the end. Will definitely be recommending this to everyone'' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ reader review

''I truly could not recommend this book highly enough, not only to blended and step-families themselves, but all those involved in their support'' - Professor Andrew Reeves, BACP fellow and Professor in Counselling Professions and Mental Health''Clear, accessible and understanding . . . A book many step-parents will have been waiting for'' - Monica Hanaway, psychotherapist, coach, mediator, trainer, and author of books on coaching, leadership, and conflict resolution''Reading this book is like experiencing a personal coaching session with Katherine. Her wisdom is personal, practical and profound; grounded in the theory but delivered in a straightforward way'' - Damian Hughes, Sunday Times bestselling author and co-host of The High Performance PodcastIn this new book for couples forming blended family units, practising psychotherapist and coach Katherine Walker explores all the issues that couples face when combining their families. From how to maintain the couple''s own loving relationship, to handling teenage tantrums, this is an easy-to-follow guide that answers every key question, and offers practical solutions.Forming a blended family is a complex process. Each person in the unit arrives with their own expectations and understanding of the situation, and encompassing everyone''s needs is not easy. Katherine offers advice on setting goals and values for the new family unit, techniques for handling conflict, and optimistic, experienced advice at every turn. Covering the main milestones from introductions to moving in together and beyond, and providing helpful tips and exercises at every stage, this book is a vital, inclusive guide to forming a blended family as consciously and cohesively as possible.

''Bryony Gordon is a terrific, compassionate writer'' Elizabeth DayIn the hotly anticipated follow-up to her SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER*, MAD GIRL, Bryony Gordon shares her experiences of binge eating disorder (the most common eating disorder in the UK), sobriety, perimenopause and OCD.Ten years on from first writing about her own experiences of mental illness, Bryony still receives messages about the effect it has on people. Now perimenopausal and well into the next stage of her life, parenting an almost-adolescent, just what has that help - and that connection with other unwell people - taught Bryony about herself, and the society we live in? What has she learned, and why have her views on mental health changed so radically? After coming out the other side of the biggest trauma of our living memory - a global pandemic - existing in a state of perma-crisis has now become our new normal.From burnout and binge eating, to living with fluctuating hormones and the endless battle to stay sober, Bryony begins to question whether she got mental illness wrong in the first place. Is it simply a chemical imbalance, or rather a normal response from your brain telling you that something isn''t right? Mad Woman explores the most difficult of all the lessons she''s learned over the last decade - that our notion of what makes a happy life is the very thing that''s making us so sad.Bestselling author Bryony Gordon is unafraid to write with her trademark blend of compassion, honesty and humour about her personal challenges and demons, which means her books and journalism have had profound impact on readers. She founded the mental health charity, Mental Health Mates, which has become a vast online community.''A deeply reassuring essential read'' Sunday Independent''Visceral and honest'' Telegraph''Bryony writes with such entertaining and brazen candour about mental illness...she really helps people tackle their own stuff. Her writing has helped me before and this will be another hit'' Matt Haig''A startlingly candid book'' Daily Mail''Gordon injects lightness into the darkness as she recounts her relapse into OCD and subsequent steps to recovery'' Red Magazine*Bryony Gordon''s Mad Woman was a Sunday Times bestseller on 18th Feb 2024.*Bryony Gordon''s Mad Girl was a number one Sunday Times bestseller on 12th June 2016.

''Murder in the Gulag is brilliant journalistic writing: punchy, eloquent, page-turning and factual. It''s a powerful reminder of what an extraordinary man Navalny was'' - Roland Oliphant, TelegraphIn this revised and updated paperback edition, award-winning journalist John Sweeney goes behind the headlines to investigate what really happened to Alexei Navalny in the freezing Polar Wolf penal colony in a remote part of Siberia in February 2024. This is a warts-and-all portrayal of the highly charismatic but controversial Russian opposition leader who at one time flirted with the far right. Murder in the Gulag lifts the lid on the reality of life in Russia today and asks what Navalny''s death means for the future of Putin, Russia and the West.

A fresh and fascinating look at politeness and the important role it plays in our work, relationships and lives, from professor and pioneer of Politeness Theory, Louise Mullany''Fascinating and insightful. I''m grateful to have read it, and pleased to have learnt so much in the process. I would - politely - encourage you to do the same.'' Jon McGregor''Absorbing ... you''ll be left feeling empowered to use politeness to your advantage.'' Psychologies***Are women really more polite than men?What is the best way to apologise?And when is it OK to swear?Politeness rules our day-to-day lives, whether it''s speaking to colleagues about issues at work, dealing with difficult family members or wondering if you should eat the last piece of pie. For years, Professor Louise Mullany has been examining the prevalence and power of politeness in our everyday speech and actions, and discovering what this says about us.In Polite, Louise shows how the unseen science of politeness governs everything we do, from what we say to how we act, and reveals how a better understanding of the rules and norms of politeness can help us in all aspects of our work, leisure and home lives.And, in doing so, she answers the age-old question... are politeness standards really declining?''A must-read for anyone interested in becoming a more effective communicator.'' Michael Haugh, The University of Queensland

''An epic voyage well worth taking'' Telegraph''There is nothing quite like a James Buchan novel'' Financial TimesFrance, 1754. William and Jeanne Neilson, together at last, are living in the deep country and are happier than either ever expected to be. Their children, the foundling Marie-Ange and young William, are growing up. Jeanne devotes her mornings to scientific research while William has exchanged soldiering for agricultural improvement.Yet both are restless. Jeanne, herself married to a poor Scotsman outlawed in Great Britain, is determined her adoptive daughter shall have a throne. Marie-Ange''s grace and rich dowry have caught the eyes of princes all over Europe. But Marie-Ange''s heart is firmly elsewhere.William, still haunted by the loss of his men at the battle of Culloden in 1746, dreams of one last fight to purge his shame.Then war breaks out again with England, and the family is torn apart and scattered into the unknown. Praise for A CHALICE ARGENT, the second William Neilson novel:''Delightful ... William Neilson continues to exhibit basically all of the virtues. He''s brave, stoical, generous, truthful, constant, protective towards the weak and honourable to a fault. Yet entirely likeable. The nearest series to this I can think of is Patrick O''Brian''s Aubrey-Maturin cycle'' Francis Spufford, winner of the Costa First novel awardWhat readers say about A STREET SHAKEN BY LIGHT, the first William Neilson novel:''A tight and bright romp of a read'' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐''His rollicking romp ranges widely across the world, taking in the French Revolution, the Jacobite rebellion, love affairs, duels, general skullduggery and much else besides, in prose as elegant as it is witty'' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐

Jo Watson returns with a hilarious and spicy second-chance rom-com! Perfect for fans of Emily Henry, Beth O''Leary, Paige Toon and Christina Lauren.''Delicious romcom . . . I loved this book'' GAIL SCHIMMEL''Perfectly encapsulates what romance readers love most about the genre: that everyone deserves the joy and beauty of falling in love. What a gem!'' THERESE BEHARRIE ........................They had a night to remember. For all the wrong reasons.Thirteen years ago, Ash was planning the night of her life with her high-school boyfriend, Logan. They were madly in love, wild about each other, and had been waiting patiently for this moment. It was going to be perfect.That is, until it went down in very unsexy flames. Logan disappeared and Ash was left, quite frankly - and very inconveniently - sexually cursed.After years of disastrous dating and even more disastrous sex, cinematographer Ash has almost given up. But some seriously flirtatious emails with location agent Maximillian Adam, to set up a scouting trip, offer her hope. Because if rumor is to be believed, Maximillian Adam might just be God''s sexual gift to women. Is Max going to be the one to finally break the curse? And, even better, break it over and over again? Or when Ash and Max finally come face to face, will they both get so much more than they bargained for?........................What fans say about Jo''s books!''If this doesn''t speak romcom perfection I don''t know what does!''⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐''Wow! This book would make THE most amazing romantic movie''⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐''OMG!!! I absolutely love, LOVE, LOVED this absolutely gorgeous book!!! I must say it has got to be one of the best romances I have ever read!!''⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐''A laugh-out-loud novel with unique and realistic characters'' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐''Why haven''t I heard of Jo Watson before?!! Such a brilliant read and one that totally and utterly broke my star rating system!''⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐